Do's
- Good housekeeping must be ensured
- Switch off electrical mains before fighting fire
- Use staircases for evacuation
- Make sure to close the exit door while getting out of fire zones
- Switches and fuses should confirm to correct rating of circuit
- Welding jobs should be carried out under strict supervision
- Keep means of escape clear of obstructions
- Impart fire-fighting training to occupants
- Conduct fire or evacuation drills regularly
- Always use ashtray while smoking
- All receptacles should be emptied regularly
- Faulty electrical appliances should be repaired or replaced immediately
- Avoid using lifts in case of fire
- Do not dispose of lighted cigarette butts carelessly
- Do not paint fire detector/sprinkler heads
- Avoid plugging too many electrical appliances in one socket
- Stop making unauthorised electrical connections and overload electrical points
- Avoid storing inflammable materials inside the building
- Stay away from refilling oil stoves when burning
- Do not store LPG more than required quantity
- Avoid obstructing fire exit staircases with old or unused furniture
- Do not return to collect valuables in case of outbreak of fire
During Fire Emergencies
- Keep doors and windows shut to prevent entry of smoke
- Evacuate without panic from the nearest exit
- lf fire is in upper floor, go to lower floor open ground
- Crawl on the floor if smoke obscures visibility
- Request fire service help by dialling 100 or by calling police control room number 100
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